MXA’S WEEKEND NEWS ROUND-UP: BAD NEWS FOR THE SPORT & THE 2024 AMA 450 NATIONALS
• EVERY 2024 AMA SUPERCROSS WINNER AT A GLANCE
Jett Lawrence finally clinched the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship at the final round in Salt Lake City. The last time an Australian won the 450 Supercross Champions was Chad Reed 16 years ago.
Venue 450 250
Jan. 6…Anaheim, CA………………………….Jett Lawrence (Hon)……………R.J. Hampshire (Hus)
Jam. 13…San Francisco………………………Chase Sexton (KTM)…………Jordon Smith (Yam)
Jan. 20…San Diego, CA………………………Aaron Plessinger (KTM)…….Nate Thrasher (Yam)
Jan. 27…Anaheim 2, CA………………………Cooper Webb (Yam)…………..Levi Kitchen (Kaw)
Feb. 3…Detroit, MI……………………………..Jett Lawrence (Hon)……………Austin Forkner (Kaw)
Feb. 10…Glendale, AZ…………………………Ken Roczen (Suz)…………………R.J. Hampshire (Hus)
Feb. 24…Arlington, TX………………………..Cooper Webb (Yam)…………….Haiden Deegan (Yam)
Mar. 2…Daytona Beach, FL………………..Jett Lawrence (Hon)…………..Tom Vialle (KTM)
Mar. 9…Birmingham, AL…………………….Jett Lawrence (Hon)……………Tom Vialle (KTM)
Mar. 16…Indianapolis, IN……………………Jett Lawrence (Hon)…………..Cameron McAdoo (Kaw)
Mar. 23…Seattle, WA.…………………………Cooper Webb (Yam)……………Levi Kitchen (Kaw)
Mar. 30…St. Louis, MO………………………..Eli Tomac (Yam)…………………….Levi Kitchen (Kaw)
Apr. 13…Foxborough, MA…………………..Cooper Webb (Yam)……………Haiden Deegan (Yam)
Apr. 20…Nashville, TN………………………..Jett Lawrence (Hon)…………….Tom Vialle (KTM)
Apr. 27…Philadelphia, PA………………..…Jett Lawrence (Hon)…………….Max Anstie (Hon)
May 4…Denver, CO…………………………….Jett Lawrence (Hon)…………….Jo Shimoda(Hon)
May 11…Salt Lake City, UT……………….Chase Sexton (KTM)…………….Haiden Deegan (Yam)
450 Supercreoss Champion…………….Jett Lawrence
250 West Points Champion……………..R. J. Hampshire
250 East points Champion……………….Tom Vialle
• HEARTBREAKING BAD NEWS! THE SPORT LOSES TWO MOTOCROSS ICONS
GODSPEED! ERIC CRIPPA (1950-2024)
Eric Crippa was one of the sports best known, best liked, funniest, quirkiest and most experienced factory mechanics of the 1970s through the 1990s. As a local racer, who decided that he was a better mechanic than racer, Eric rose to fame originally as a Husqvarna mechanic for Swedish star Gunnar Lindstrom in 1973, before guiding Kent Howerton’s Husqvarna to the 1975 500 National Championship. Eric left Husqvarna in 1979 when Gunnar Lindstrom became the Honda team manager and hired him to wrench for Chuck Sun, who Eric had worked for at Husqvarna, and the pair won the 1980 500 National National Championship. He also was hand-selected by Roger DeCoster to be part of the winning 1981 Trophee des Nations and Motocross des Nations teams.
Eric also spent time the working in the Honda R&D department with Roger DeCoster and eventually in 1989 he moved to the press relations department working with the motorcycle media — most notably with MXA. He retired from Honda in 2009, but unfortunately had heart issues, leading to triple bypass surgery. He recovered, eventually passed away at the age of 74 from heart issues.
GODSPEED! ROBERT REISINGER (1960-2024)
Robert Reisinger, a former AMA professional racer and Kawasaki test rider, suffered severe injuries during a race at Glen Helen Raceway. In the fourth lap of his first moto, Robert was in second place when he moved to his left on a fast straight to avoid a lapper. As he moved over, his wheels went into soft dirt on the edge of the track. This caused him to swap back the right and violently lose control. Robert was thrown off his bike at approximately 50 mph. He suffered a fractured C2 vertabae and spinal cord compression. He succumbed to his injuries 14 days later.
Robert was a very integral part of the moto community. He was an AMA Pro racer, founded the Mountain Cycle bicycle company, flew helicopters, was a graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a degree in engineering. Most significantly Robert was the engineer behind the technology in the revolutionary 6D Helmet. Robert was a dedicated motocross racer and spend almost every weekend racing at Glen Helen along with his son Nick (above).
• TOMAC & WEBB WILL MISS THE START OF THE 2024 AMA 450 NATIONALS
Cooper Webb bravely raced through the final three AMA Supercross events with a severe ulnar tendon injury to his left thumb. Now that the Supercross season is over, Cooper will have surgery on his thumb and have to miss a significant part of the 450 Nationals..
In an amazing coincidence, Eli Tomac was forced to miss the final round of the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship—and give up the possibility of finished third in the 2024 AMA 450 Supercross Championship because of a thumb injury. Eli will also miss the opening rounds of the 2024 AMA 450 Nationals while recovering from surgery..
• MXA VIDEO: GLEN HELEN’S $10,000 “STOP WATCH NATIONAL” RACE
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This is the cover of the June 2024 issue of MXA with the MXA 350 Shootout and the Beta 450RX on the cover.
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The upcoming June 2024 issue includes full tests of the 2024-1/2 GasGas MC450F Factory Edition, 2024 Beta 450RX motocross model, 2024-1/2 Husqvarna FC250 Rockstar Edition and a shootout between the only three 350cc four-stroke motocross bikes sold in the USA (the GasGas MC350F, KTM 350SXF and Husky FC350). Plus, 16 full-color pages on the 2024 Seattle Supercross. Plus, wWe interview Doug Dubach on his rise from a lowly local racer to a factory Yamaha rider to the all-time winningest Vet hero. If that’s not enough, our experts tackled important subjects in their specialties, with REP’s Mark Johnson the A,B,C’s of your bike’s suspension, Twisted Development’s Jamie Ellis reveals his plan to take Twisted Development closer to riders East of the Mississsippi and Troll Training’s Alex Martin analyzes all the fitness gizmos on the market and what to look for in a heart rate monitor..
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• MXA VIDEO: 2024 HONDA CRF450 WORKS EDITION TEST
After exceeding all sales expectations Rob Andrews’ critically acclaimed motocross book, ‘The Inside Line: Racing the 500cc World Motocross Championship’ is now available in the U.S. through Burbank, California-based book distributor Autobooks-Aerobooks. Previously, customerrs had to order it from England .
‘The Inside Line’ traces the career of former British 500GP, Motocross des Nations and factory Kawasaki star Rob Andrews. Engagingly written, and beautifully illustrated throughout in litho printed full color, it takes you on an immersive, first-hand journey into the life and mind of a Grand Prix racer during the glory days of the 500cc World Championship.
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• MXA VIDEO: WE TEST SURRON ELECTRIC BIKES UNDERWATER AND AT GLEN HELEN
• 10TH ANNUAL KURT CASELLI FOUNDATION MOTODOFFO EVENT ON JUNE 8
The Kurt Caselli Foundation in partnership with Doffo Winery is excited to announce the return of the annual Kurt Caselli Foundation MotoDoffo Fundraising Event, scheduled for Saturday, June 8th from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00p.m.. Celebrating its 10th year, this special event promises to be an unforgettable evening dedicated to enhancing the safety of off-road riders and racers, with all proceeds directly benefiting The Kurt Caselli Foundation. The day includes a live DJ, award winning Doffo wines, gourmet food vendors, a silent auction , a raffle and over 150 vintage motorcycles—including Kurt Caselli’s race bikes.
Ticket Information: Secure your presale tickets now at www.kurtcaselli.com/tickets and enjoy $5 off + receive a $10 gift card from Rocky Mountain ATV/MC (one per email address), valid until June 6th. Tickets purchased at the door will cost $30, and does not include the gift card. Admission for children aged 12 and under is free. Enhance their experience with a $10 Kids Activity Card, available at the event, granting full access to all children’s activities. For more info go to www.kurtcaselli foundation.com.
• MXA VIDEO: 2024-1/2 HUSQVARNA FC250 ROCKSTAR EDITION TEST
• MXA PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: EVS TECHNICAL UNDERGEAR
Technical Undergear (TUG) product are built to enhance overall rider experience. TUG products features technical details designed to integrate seamlessly with protective riding gear for enhanced mobility and all day comfort. Soft touch KWIK-DRI® fabrics wick sweat from skin and help regulate core temperatures.
EVS IMPACT VEST-$91.99
EVS IMPACT SHORTS-$64.99
EVS SLEEVELESS SHIRT-$41.99
EVS SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT- $46.99
EVS LONG SLEEVE SHIRT- $52.99.
Highlights of EVS technical undergear (TUG) include: (1) Four-way stretch fabric allows for a degree of stretch in four directions for improved comfort. (2) Air Mesh Perforated fabric that allows air to flow unimpeded while still providing abrasion and sunlight protection. (3)Thanks to moisture-wicking materials water is drawn off the skin allowing the rider to stay dry and comfortable when riding. (4) The Anti-Chafe Layer is designed to fit between you and your protective gear, this feature prevents safety equipment from rubbing against skin and causing discomfort. (5) Impact Vest uses Reactive Memory Foam (RMF) that’s soft and pliable yet hardens when force is applied, the TUG Impact Vest provides comfort and protection in a short sleeve under-jersey design. To see more TUG gear or to order go to www.evs-sports.com
• MXA VIDEO: 2024 GASGAS MC350F TEST
• MXGP CHAMPIONSHIP CHANGES VENUES FOR THE FINAL GP OF THE YEAR
The final round of the 2024 MXGP race schedule has been moved from Italy to Spain. What’s most interesting is that until this venue change was announced, Italy had three dates on the 2024 MXGP schedule, now they only have two, but Spain now has three (Intu Xanadu, Lugo and now Cozar). The date of the last Spanish GP is September 29, 2024.
• MXA VIDEO: 2024 YAMAHA YZ125 TWO-STROKE TEST
• EVERY 2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS GRAND PRIX WINNERS AT A GLANCE
Jorge Prado (1) lost the points lead in the 2024 FIM 450 World Motocross Championship in the mud in Portugal, but he got it back at the second Spanish GPl a week later.
Venue 450 250
Mar. 10…Argentina…………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Mar. 24…Spain…………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 7…Sardinia……………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)……………Kay de Wolf (Hus)
Apr. 14…Italy #1..…………………………….Jorge Prado (Gas)…………..Liam Everts (KTM)
May 5…Portugal………………………………Pauls Jonass (Gas)………….Liam Everts (KTM)
May 12…Spain…………………………………Jorge Prado (Gas)…………..Lucas Coenen (KTM)
May 19…France
Jun. 2…Germany
Jun. 9…Latvia
June 16…Italy #2
June 30…Indonesia #1
July 7…Indonesia #2
July 21…Czech Republic
July. 28..Belgium
Aug. 11…Sweden
Aug. 18…Holland
Aug 25…Switzerland
Sept. 8… Turkey
Sept. 16…China
Sept. 29….Italy #3
450 Points leader……………………..Jorge Prado
250 Points leader…………………….Kay De Wolf
• MXA VIDEO: 2024 TRIUMPH TF250-X TEST
• A QUARTER CENTURY LATER: MXGP RETURNS TO AUSTRALIA
After a 24-year absence, the FIM Motocross World Championship will return to Australia in 2025. The last Australian Grand Prix was held at Broadford back in 2001. Last week, MXGP announced that Australia had signed a five year contract to host an MXGP through 2029. The 2025 Australian MXGP will be held at the Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, which is 6 miles from Darwin in the Northern Territory, Australia. The Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex includes a drag strip, a (440 yard) Speedway track, several motocross tracks and karting circuit. Hidden Valley Raceway holds an annual round of the International V8 Supercars Championship.
Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex.
The Australian-exclusive deal, includes Motorcycling Australia and NTMEC as key partners, will see the MXGP round held in Darwin in September 2025 until 2029, with an option to extend the collaboration beyond the initial five-year term.
• GREAT PLAINS VINTAGE MOTOCROSS SERIES START ON MAY 19 AT ALMA MX
A class for everyone and every bike: vintage Post-Vintage, Evolution & Minis. For more information go to www.greatplainsvintagemx.org
• BLACKFOOT MOTORCYCLE PARK ERAS REUNION ON MAY 30, 2024
• MXA VIDEO: 2024-1/2 KTM 450SXF FACTORY EDITION TEST
• 2024 TV SCHEDULE: AMA 250/450 NATIONAL TV GUIDE
The 2024 AMA 250/450 Nationals start in two weeks at Pala Raceway on Saturday, May 25..
Peacock with support from NBC and USA will televise the 2024 AMA 250/450 Nationals.
• FIRST LOOK! 2025 HUSQVARNA TWO- AND FOUR-STROKE MOTOCROSS BIKES
2025 Husqvarna FC350 four-stroke.
The 2025 FC250, FC350 and FC450 are powered by state-of-the-art, DOHC engines that are designed to be lightweight and feature the latest technology and electronic rider aids for superior on track performance.
2025 Husqvarna FC250 four-stroke.
2025 Husqvarna FC450 four-stroke.
The FC250, FC 350 and FC450 four-strokes continue to be powered by state-of-the-art, DOHC engines that are designed feature the latest technology and electronic rider aids for superior on track performance.
2025 Husqvarna TC250 two-stroke.
2025 Husqvarna TC125 two-stroke.
2025 Husqvarna TC150 two-stroke.
The 2025 two-stroke line-up features a new TC 150 that bridges the gap between the TC125, the new bridges the gap between the TC125 and the TC 250. The TC150 is the perfect machine for racers looking to gain an advantage when competing against 250cc four-stroke machines. At the top of the two-stroke hierarchy is the new TC300. Using the proven foundations of the TC 250, the 300cc mode sets the benchmark for motocross machinery. It is. is capable of racing against 450cc four-strokes
2025 Husqvarna TC300 two-stroke.
2025 HUSQVARNA TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS:
(1) Revised chassis for enhanced flex and cornering agility.
(2) New linkage seals and linkage bolts for smoother shock performance.
(3) New Dunlop MX34 tires for exceptional grip on all FC and TC models.
(4) New head stay on FC/FX models further improve chassis flex.
(5) New WP suspension settings adapted to the new chassis.
(6) Revised radiator shrouds highlighted by new graphics.
(7) Revised swingarm designed to improve chain buffer pads durability.
(8) Slightly taller and wider seat with gripper seat cover.
(9) Throttle body fuel injection on2025 two-stroke engines for more power.
(10) Map Select Switch offers two maps, Quick Shift and Traction and Launch Control buttons on all four-stroke models.
(11) Aluminum-polyamide hybrid subframe provides calculated rigidity.
(12) WP XACT 48mm forks with AER technology offer more progressive end-of-stroke damping.
(13) The FX and TX models models will come with WP XACT Closed Cartridge 48mm coil spring front forks.
(14) WP XACT rear shock design with CFD-optimized main piston.
(15) High-performance Brembo hydraulic clutch system.
(16) Premium-quality ProTaper handlebars and ODI grips.
(17) Lightweight Li-Ion 2.0 Ah battery electric starter.
• SEE THE COMPLETE 2024 RACE SCHEDULES: WHAT YOU MISSED & WHAT’S COMING UP
Endless ruts are a common theme at the Pala National. This is from the mechanics’ area straightaway at Pala.
2024 AMA NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
May 25…Pala, CA
June 1…Hangtown, CA
June 8…Thunder Valley, CO
June 15…Mount Morris, PA
June 29…Southwick, MA
July 6…Red Bud, MI
July 13…Millville, MN
July 20…Washougal, WA
August 10…Unadilla, NY
August 17…Budds Creek, MD
August 24…Crawfordsville, IN
2024 SUPERMOTOCROSS (SMX) PLAY-OFFS
Sept. 7…Concord, NC
Sept. 14…Fort Worth, TX
Sept. 21…Las Vegas, NV
2024 FIM WORLD MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Mar. 10…Argentina
Mar. 24…Spain #1
Apr. 7…Sardinia
Apr. 14…Italy #1
May 5…Portugal
May 12…Spain #2
May 19…France
Jun. 2…Germany
Jun. 9…Latvia
June 16…Italy #2
June 30…Indonesia #1
July 7…Indonesia #2
July 21…Czech Republic
July. 28..Belgium
Aug. 11…Sweden
Aug. 18…Holland
Aug 25…Switzerland
Sept. 8… Turkey
Sept. 16…China
Sept. 29….Spain #3
2024 WORLD TWO-STROKE CHAMPIONSHIP
Apr. 19-20…Glen Helen, CA
2024 GLEN HELN STOPWATCH NATIONAL
May 16…Glen Helen, CA
LORETTA LYNN NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Jul. 29-Aug. 3…Hurricane Mills, TN
2024 MOTOCROSS DES NATIONS
Oct. 6…Matterley Basin, UK
2024 WORLD VET MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP
Nov. 2-3…Glen Helen, CA
2024 GNCC CHAMPIONSHIP
Feb. 17-18… Union, SC
Mar. 2-3…Palatka, FL
Mar. 23-24…Society Hills, SC
Apr. 13-14…Monterey, TN
Apr. 27-28…Crawfordsville, IN
May 11-12…St. Clairsville, OH
June 1-2…Mt. Morris, PA
June 22-23…Snowden, WV
Aug. 31/Sept.1…Newburg, WV
Sept. 14-15…Beckley, WV
Sept. 28-29…Millfield, OH
Oct. 26-27…Crawfordsville, IN
2024 WORCS CHAMPIONSHIP
Jan. 5-7…Taft, CA
Jan. 26-28…Glen Helen, CA
Feb 23-25…Marysville, CA
Mar. 15-17…Lake Havasu, AZ
Apr. 12-14…Blythe, CA
May 17-19…Cedar City, UT
Sept. 6-7…Glen Helen, CA
Oct. 4-6…Mesquite, NV
Nov. 1-3…Primm, NV
2024 DUTCH MASTERS OF MOTOCROSS
Mar. 17…Harfsen
Apr. 4…Oldebroek
Apr. 21…Markelo
2024 ADAC MX MASTERS
Apr. 21…Princely Drehna
Apr. 28…Dreetz
May 26…Vellahn
Jun. 23…Bielstein
July 14,…Tensfeld
Aug. 4…Gaildorf
Sept. 1…TBA
Sept. 22…Holzgerlingen
2024 SATURDAY AT THE GLEN MOTOCROSS (UPDATED)
Jan. 13…Winter Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Jan. 20…Winter Series #2 (National track
Feb. 3…Winter Series #3 (Arroyo track)
Feb. 24…Winter Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Mar.16…Winter Series #5 (National track)
Mar. 23…Spring Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Apr. 13…Spring Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Apr. 20…World Two-Stroke Championship (Nationla & Arroyo track)
May 4…Spring Series #4 (National track-double points)
May 11…Spring Series #5 (National track)
June 1…Summer Series #1 (Arroyo track)
June 15…Summer Series #2 (National track)
July 6…Summer Series #3 (Arroyo track)
July 20…Summer Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Aug. 3….Summer Series #5 (National track)
Aug. 24…Fall Series #1 (Arroyo track)
Aug. 31…Fall Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Sept. 14…Fall Series #3 (National track)
Oct. 5…Fall Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Oct. 19…Fall Series #5 (Arroyo track)
Oct. 26…Winter Series #1 (National track)
Nov. 16..Winter Series #2 (Arroyo track)
Dec. 7…Winter Series #4 (Arroyo track)
Dec. 21…Winter Series #5 (National track)
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